November 29, 2011 - Trappers in each region of the Northwest Territories have been honoured for their achievements during last year’s trapping season.
“NWT trappers work hard at their craft, and these awards recognize the invaluable contribution they make to our economy,” said Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment David Ramsay. “I want to offer my congratulations to all of them for their well-deserved awards.”
Awards are given to the top trapper in each region in four categories:
- Highest sales – based on the cash value of harvested furs sold through the Genuine Mackenzie Valley Furs (GMVF) marketing program.
- Highest number of pelts sold.
- Senior Trapper – based on age and productivity in the GMVF Program.
- Youth Trapper – based on age and productivity in the GMVF Program.
A fifth award, Youth Trapper NWT, is presented to the most productive youth trapper.
Through the GMVF program, the GNWT works in partnership with NWT trappers, the fur industry, and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to support the territory’s traditional fur economy.
Trapper Recognition Awards 2010/11
| Region | Highest Sales | Highest Pelts | Senior Trapper | Youth Trapper |
| South Slave | Devon Beck (Fort Resolution) | Jerry M. Beaulieu (Fort Resolution) | Fred Mandeville (Hay River) | Samuel Rymer (Fort Resolution) |
| North Slave | Jimmy Pierre Mantla (Behchoko) | Leon Ekendia (Behchoko) | Henri Apples (Behchoko)) | Artie Les Franki (Behchoko) |
| Sahtu | Robert Kochon (Colville Lake) | Robert Kochon (Colville Lake) | Leon Modeste (Deline) | Branden Orlias (Colville Lake) |
| Dehcho | Charlie Tale (Wrigley) | Charlie Tale (Wrigley) | Frances Nahanni (Fort Simpson) | Eric Harry Moses (Fort Simpson) |
| Inuvik | James B Firth (Inuvik) | James B Firth (Inuvik) | Sam (Inglangasuk) Lennie (Inuvik) | Marilyn Maring (Inuvik) NWT |
Marilyn Maring received the Youth Trapper NWT award for being the most productive youth trapper in the territory.
Through initiatives such as Trapper Recognition programs, the GNWT is taking steps to diversify the economy and provide all communities and regions with opportunities and choices, a key goal of the 17th Legislative Assembly.
For more information, please contact:
Alayna Ward
Manager, Public Affairs and Communications
Industry, Tourism and Investment
Government of the Northwest Territories
Tel: (867) 920-8696